Parkinson’s disease is a progressive disease that advances differently for everyone. Symptoms of Parkinson’s and how quickly the disease progresses vary from person to person.¹ Keeping track of your Parkinson’s symptoms can help your doctor understand how your condition is changing over time and whether your medications are still working well.

Certain symptoms tend to start or worsen as Parkinson’s progresses. Over time, medications for motor symptoms may not work as well and may need changes to your treatment plan such as:¹

• Higher doses
• More frequent doses, or other changes to your medication schedule
• Additional medications

Tracking these symptoms can help you have better conversations with your doctor about your Parkinson’s disease symptom status and the best course of treatment for you or your loved one.

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Symptoms That May Mean Parkinson’s Is Progressing¹

1. “Off” periods when Parkinson’s medications stop working
2. Tremors and shakiness, which may affect the other side of the body
3. Visual changes
4. Pain and changes to the sense of touch
5. Worsening constipation
6. Dizziness upon standing up (orthostatic hypotension), perhaps leading to more falls
7. Need to urinate frequently, urgently, or during the night
8. Loss of motivation or enjoyment in activities
9. Feelings of depression or anxiety
10. Extreme sleepiness during the day
11. Rigidity or stiffness
12. Walking and balance problems, which may require the use of a walker
13. Bradykinesia (slowness)
14. Daily tasks may become more difficult, take longer, and require more assistance
15. Dyskinesia (extra movements)

Tracking Parkinson’s Symptoms

For an easy way to track your Parkinson’s symptoms, visit MY PD-CARE. You can either fill out the questionnaire on the web page or download and print a paper copy. The results will help you have better conversations with your health care provider about your symptoms, your disease course, and which treatment options may work best for you.

If you or your loved one with Parkinson’s hasn’t consulted with a movement disorder specialist yet, consider asking for a referral. Learn about ways a movement disorder specialist can help with Parkinson’s symptoms.

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Talk With Others Who Understand

MyParkinsonsTeam is the social network for people with Parkinson’s and their loved ones. On MyParkinsonsTeam, more than 98,000 members come together to ask questions, give advice, and share their stories with others who understand life with Parkinson’s.

Do you or your loved one have Parkinson’s and concerns about progression? Do you track your symptoms?

ABBV-US-01274-MC v1.0 Approved June 2023